addlink AddGame A Series User manual

AddGame A-Series Installation Guide
for Sony PS5

AddGame A-
Series
Installation
Guide for PS5
Introduction
Important Notice
Required Tools &
Prepare
Installation Process
Troubleshooting tips
Introduction
addGame SSD are all high-Performance M.2 NVMe SSD. They feature
3D Fin-Array heat sink which can reduce temperatures in PS5. It allow
the addGame M.2 SSD to maximize its performance and improve
stability throughout its lifespan. gives heavy gamers and hardware
enthusiasts an opportunity to build the “Legendary” system.
Before continuing with installation process, please review the warranty
policy and instructions provided by your PS5 to ensure your follow
proper procedures to install your SSD.

Important Notice
1. To prevent your SSD or PS5 console from damage by static
electricity, before installation, please touch a metal grounded object
to remove any static electricity from your body.
2. Please do not use this product in a wet environment. Make sure
that you are working in static-safe environment.
3. Do not grab packages. Hold only the edged of the SSD.
4. Please do not disassemble or reassemble the heatsink. If the
product has been disassembled or damaged by user, all warranties
will be void.
5. Please review your Sony PS5 owner’s manual to ensure your follow
proper procedures to install your SSD.
6. After hardware installation, please update with the latest system
software. (After version 21.02-04.00.00) for PS5 consoles.
AddGame A-
Series
Installation
Guide for PS5
Introduction
Important Notice
Required Tools &
Prepare
Installation Process
Troubleshooting tips

Required Tools & Prepare
1, AddGame A-Series SSD and your PS5 Station System
2. A Standard cross-head screwdriver
3. PS5 System User Manual
AddGame A-
Series
Installation
Guide for PS5
Introduction
Important Notice
Required Tools &
Prepare
Installation Process
Troubleshooting tips

Installation Process
1. Turn off your PS5 console and remove all cables and devices from
your PS5 console.
2. Place your PS5 console on a flat surface with a protective covering
and open the case.
AddGame A-
Series
Installation
Guide for PS5
Introduction
Important Notice
Required Tools &
Prepare
Installation Process
Troubleshooting tips

3. Remove the screw from the expansion slot cover (A) and then
remove the cover.
4. Remove the screw (B). Move the spacer (C) to the groove
corresponding to the size of your AddGame A-Series SSD.
B
C
A
AddGame A-
Series
Installation
Guide for PS5
Introduction
Important Notice
Required Tools &
Prepare
Installation Process
Troubleshooting tips

5. Hold the edge of your M.2 SSD, align it with the notch on the
expansion connector, and diagonally upwards insert it firmly.
Please Make sure the SSD is firmly inserted all the way into the
expansion connector. If not, it may cause damage to your PS5
console.
AddGame A-
Series
Installation
Guide for PS5
Introduction
Important Notice
Required Tools &
Prepare
Installation Process
Troubleshooting tips

6. Tilt your SSD down and fasten the screw (B) with spacer (C)
together.
7. Attach the expansion slot cover and fasten the screw (A).
AddGame A-
Series
Installation
Guide for PS5
Introduction
Important Notice
Required Tools &
Prepare
Installation Process
Troubleshooting tips

8. Replace the cover by positioning it slightly away (about 2 cm or
3/4 inch) from the top edge and sliding it back into place. You’ll
hear a click when the cover is secured.
9. Connect cables and power adapter. Turn on the Power.
10. When your PS5 console turns on, the formatting guide appears.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
11. Press the “PS Button” and then you can select and format your
M.2 SSD.
AddGame A-
Series
Installation
Guide for PS5
Introduction
Important Notice
Required Tools &
Prepare
Installation Process
Troubleshooting tips

Troubleshooting tips
If your PS5 does not detect or recognize you AddGame A-series
SSD, please check these things first.
1. Please make sure you fully plugged it hard to the expansion
connector
2. Please check if your PS5 with the latest firmware
• Please make sure your software have been updated to the latest
version (system software version 21.02-04 or higher).
• You can go to Settings > System > System Software > System
Software Update and Settings > Update System Software.
AddGame A-
Series
Installation
Guide for PS5
Introduction
Important Notice
Required Tools &
Prepare
Installation Process
Troubleshooting tips

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